Surviving in the Highest Mountains of Afghanistan -63°C | Shepherd Mother Cooking Sheep Legs Curry

sheep legs

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: beef shank

Chicken is leaner, while beef is often less expensive.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: coconut yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Coconut yogurt is dairy-free, while sour cream is often more affordable.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: generic curry powder

Homemade blends can be tailored for health, while generic options are budget-friendly.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley is less pungent but still adds freshness, while dried cilantro is often cheaper.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and red chili powder, stirring for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Add the sheep legs to the pot, coating them in the spice mixture.

Pour in yogurt and stir well to combine all ingredients.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Add enough water to cover the meat, then bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours until the meat is tender.

Check occasionally, adding more water if necessary to prevent drying out.

Once cooked, stir in chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

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